Assurance Manager

Job Description:

Remitly's vision is to transform lives with trusted financial services that transcend borders. Since 2011, we have been tirelessly delivering on our promises to people who send money around the world. Today, we are reimagining global financial services and building products that extend beyond traditional barriers to give customers access to more of the services they need, no matter where they call home. Join over 2,700 employees worldwide who are growing their careers with purpose and connection with our customers while having a positive impact on millions of people around the globe.

About the Role:

The Assurance Manager role will be part of Remitly's Global Compliance Internal Testing (GCIT) team. In this role, you will apply project management techniques to effectively lead design and operational reviews to assess the effectiveness and efficiency of internal controls. You will understand processes, systems and regulatory requirements to identify controls/risks and reduce gaps to enhance the Remitly control environment. You will contribute to mature and scale Remitly internal controls by partnering with program and product managers, engineers and analysts from different functions. This is an in-person culture with flexibility role that requires 2-3 days onsite per week at our Managua office. This role will report to the Senior Manager, Assurance.

You Will:

• Lead Compliance testing/monitoring projects and evaluate and recommend improvements to the organization's internal control framework; assess the organization's implementation of its internal control framework.
• Evaluate the objectives and scope of a Compliance testing project to ensure the quality of the engagement.
• Understand and assess end-to-end processes/systems through the effective use of different mapping techniques to identify and document key controls/risks.
• Develop guidelines to ensure evidence is relevant, sufficient, and reliable.
• Evaluate the appropriate sampling activities/techniques.
• Evaluate and apply AI / data analytics methods and use computer-assisted audit tools and techniques (CAATTs).
• Prepare and/or approve internal working papers.
• Prepare Compliance testing reports including findings and recommendations to address risks related to the organization's business processes.
• Manage monitoring and follow-up of management action plans.
• Build collaborative and trusting relationships with business and cross-functional partners.

You Have:

• +5 years of experience in Internal Audit, ERM, Compliance, 2nd Line of Defense Testing, or Quality Assurance within a financial services company, Fintech, or a consulting firm.
• Experience in end-to-end testing cycle management and operating in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while supporting multiple projects/initiatives.
• Must be technically adaptable and able to be comfortable with systems/process/data analysis.
• Experience in process mapping techniques, design and analysis of processes, systems and organizations.
• Experience leading testing projects in the technology, compliance, and regulatory space.
• Exceptional focus on quality and attention to details.
• Exceptional project management and communication skills.
• Exceptional analytical skills with a strong focus on technology, financial, and compliance risk.
• Preferred: Experience associated with Anti-Money Laundering /Combating the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT), Consumer Protection or Consumer Fraud compliance.
• Preferred: Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), COSO Internal Control Certificate
• Bachelor's degree from accredited University in Information Systems, Accounting, or Finance.

Our Benefits:

• In Site Subsidized Meals
• Transportation
• Premium Language Bonus
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Mental Health & Family Forming Benefits
• Private Life Insurance
• On site Clinic and Remitly Doctor
• Continuous learning tools & certification programs
• Reduced Working Hours per Week (from 48 to 40)
• Two consecutive days off

We are committed to nondiscrimination across our global organization and in all of our business operations. Employment is determined based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identification and expression, marital status, military status or status as an honorably discharge/veteran, pregnancy (including a woman's potential to get pregnant, pregnancy-related conditions, and childbearing), sexual orientation, age (40 and over), national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, physical, mental, or sensory disability (including the use of a trained dog guide or service animal), HIV/AIDS or hepatitis C status, genetic information, status as an actual or perceived victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking, or any other protected class as established by law.

Remitly is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.